As Brits choose to spend £1 billion on DIY this Easter weekend will you join them or will you give one of our advertisers a call? whatever you decide to do, spend your time and money wisely.

This year, Many homeowners are choosing to improve rather than move, or to spruce up their property regardless, so once again DIY is going to be one of the most popular activities. top projects are traditionally painting, decorating and gardening, however a growing number of homeowners are looking to security products and outdoor lighting as ideal spring projects, as they can be completed quickly, are affordable and can make a real difference to your home. adding or updating your garden lighting can transform the atmophere at night, highlight features, brighten up dark corners and increase security. popular choices at the moment are funky blue or colour-changing LED lights, perfect for outdoor entertaining; enviromentally friendly and easy to install solar powered fitting, and contemporary stainless steel spotlights.

Consumers are increasingly taking advantage of the latest technology and gadgets for the garden and home - for example intelligent communicating security lighting systems and home CCTV kits are available from local outlets starting from as little as £30.

Julie Dommett Director of marketing and communication at Micromark, says: “Fitting home security or updating your lighting is inexpensive and a straightforward DIY project that’s easily achievable over a weekend.

Home security is one of those things we just never seem to get round to, so this bank holiday is the perfect time to do something. “if you can install a games console, you can fit a CCTV system - you just position the camera and plug it in to your TV scart socket - it really is that simple. “Easter is the perfect time to start making your garden ready for summer. if we get an early heatwave like we did last year, make sure your garden has the perfect lighting in place to allow you to enjoy the balmy evenings to the full.